Middle Eastern Culture
Neda Aghdasi
How do you define culture?Human knowledgeBeliefsBehaviorClothingFoodValuesLawsMusicDance
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A Traditional Holiday ClothingFood Music
A Traditional Holiday
What holiday is Nowruz most like? Independence DayNew Years DayValentine’s Day
What time of the year does Nowruz take place?
Spring Winter Summer Fall
What symbol represents Nowruz?
Special table set and A red outfit is worn by men
A party is held on the streetA special flower is harvested
Haji Noruz Haft seen
Clothing
In Iranian culture, what colors are really popular for ladies clothing?
Black WhiteColorfulPastels
All women are required to cover their heads when in public.
True or False
What do Iranians eat often? Why?
Meat RiceVegetable
Food
What kind of meat do Iranian people prefer?
Music What is the most popular traditional instrument in Iranian music?
Violin Guitar Tar and Setar Wind instrument All of the above
Ladies in Iran can not play musical instruments.
True False